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The MOST Story Bank is a live archive of stories on the most current events, people and cultural perspectives of Muslims in America and around the world. With writers in mind, MOST carefully selects story-driven news from the most reputable published sources.

Culture and Lifestyle, World — November 16, 2014

A Musical Revolution In Egypt

In this video segment produced by the New York Times, we’re introduced to a new genre of music in Egypt called Mahraganat – it’s a youth-driven, socially conscious music movement spurred by the recent … [Read more...]

Business, Tech & Science, World — November 16, 2014

10 Entrepreneurs Changing the Middle East

A look at the entrepreneur leaders of the Middle East – men and women going against the grain and striving to make a difference. … [Read more...]

World — November 15, 2014

Iran In Stunning Photos

Though Iran is perceived as one of the most repressive countries in the world, these photographs will show you the real Iran. One word? Breathtaking. … [Read more...]

Faith, National — November 15, 2014

New Mosques on the Rise in U.S.

In 2013, an impressive new mosque opened in Rowland Heights and was an indication of a building boom for religious facilities throughout Southern California and around the nation. … [Read more...]

Business, Tech & Science, World — November 15, 2014

New Afghan President Is Tech Advocate

The new president of Afghanistan, Ashraf Ghani, has recently used Skype and Google Hangout to hold virtual town hall meetings. … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle, Faith, World — November 14, 2014

The Master of Alam, A Sacred Art

The alam is a heavy metal piece used in Shia Muslim processions, often decorated with intricate engravings. The Guardian takes a look at one of the last masters of this art form, Safar Fooladgar, who … [Read more...]

Women, World — November 14, 2014

A Young Reporter’s Account On Yemen

Laura Kasinof is a young freelance reporter for the New York Times and PRI, and talks about her time covering Yemen during the protests of the Arab Spring. … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle, National, Women — November 14, 2014

Introducing A ‘Hijab-Friendly’ Hair Salon

Getting a haircut for a woman who wears the hijab (Islamic head covering) is no simple matter as the removal is only allowed around other women or around men in the immediate family. A hair salon in … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle, World — November 13, 2014

Female Artists of the Middle East Take Shape

ArtNews talks about the emergence of female artists in the Middle East participating in important exhibitions, and notes that the high percentage is “rarely mustered in major exhibitions in the United … [Read more...]